Job Description:

We are currently in search of part-time CDL B Delivery Drivers to help us deliver fairs out of our Strongsville, OH branch location.    Scholastic drivers are home every weekend and the majority of weeknights. In certain markets, drivers can expect one to two overnight routes per week during peak periods. In the event that they do take an overnight route, drivers are provided with a choice of hotel accommodations and a $50 meal allowance. 

What we do:

Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 100,000 book-sale events and you could be part of the team ensuring that more than 35 million students and their families have access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading.

Why you’ll love working for Scholastic Book Fairs:

We offer a competitive starting rate pay starting at $28.00 per hour. 
401k with a company match
50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
Sick Time
Paid holidays, plus an additional paid week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Newer model equipment with automatic transmission
Seasonal safety bonuses
Summers off with a retention/return bonus!

To support safe driving practices, Scholastic utilizes on-board truck cameras in our commercial vehicles.  The camera system provides feedback on vehicle and operating conditions in real time and records data for training purposes.  Scholastic drivers are provided with training on this equipment and asked to provide consent to be recorded.

What you will do:
Work with supervisor to deliver and pick-up fairs in an efficient, cost effective manner.
Work closely with supervisor to ensure customer service standards are maintained.
Load and unload trucks with or without assistance of mechanical devices.
Effectively communicate routing problems to supervisor so changes can be communicated to the routing team (road construction, address changes, steps, etc).
Deliver and pick-up product from schools, as scheduled,, in a courteous and professional manner.  
Secure and transport products in order to enable customer to receive a “Damage Free” fair.
Perform a daily pre-trip and post-trip inspection of motor vehicle to which assigned.  Notify supervisor of any defects or problems.
Complete and maintain accurate and legible records in a timely manner to include, but not limited to, DOT Logs, trip sheets, fuel tickets, road expenses, and other paperwork, as required.
Adhere to all Company, local, state, and federal rules/regulations inclusive of, but not limited to, DOT, OSHA, etc.
Call Regional/Branch office immediately upon the occurrence of any of the following: a)    Accident or damage to person(s) or property. b) Problem with a school delivery or pick-up. c)    Mechanical failure of equipment.
Assist in completing warehouse tasks as required by the supervisor. 
Overnight routes as necessary. Drivers will be provided with hotel accommodations and a meal allowance if required to perform and overnight route.   
Must maintain professional appearance including well-groomed hair, clean uniform, and hygienic habits.
Attend monthly driver meetings – completing all continuous training materials as required.
Complete annual Certificate of Violation Process timely, accurately and honestly.
Utilize proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects, climbing ladders and pushing/pulling display cases.
Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
Maintain truck per company standards.
Regular attendance in accordance with schedule.
Drug and alcohol free policy compliance.  
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
Verifiable commercial driving experience of at least one (1) year required.
Minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age.
Possess valid CDL license with air brake endorsement.
Must pass a drug screen/alcohol screen, Motor Vehicle Record review, criminal background review, and a DOT physical examination indicating physical essential functions of job can be performed as required.
Must be able to drive vehicle weighing up to 34,000 GVW.
Ability to lift/carry up to 70 lbs. and push, pull, lift and handle metal/plastic cases weighing more than 350lbs on a regular and repetitive basis.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Customer service orientated.
The FMCSA requires commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers to be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers.

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EEO Statement:

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.

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